Learn About the Courts

History and 225th Anniversary

The history of the Lancaster County court began when William Penn drafted his Frames of Government and the English system of government was adopted in Pennsylvania. Click here to learn more...

Judicial Services Report

Read the 2016 Judicial Services Report highlighting the major responsibilities and accomplishments of the Judges, Magisterial District Judges, various Court departments, and Court-related offices. Click here...

Informational Videos

Watch videos to learn about the courts and court processes. Click here for videos...

Civil and Criminal Cases Explained

The Pennsylvania judiciary hears two types of cases: criminal and civil. Learn about the difference by clicking here...

Informational Graphics Slideshow

Ever wonder about women in the Judiciary? How specialty courts impact the state justice system? Learn that and more from these informational graphics by clicking here...